MakerSphere NewsApril 27, 2021 |
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Photo: MK Monley with Michael Valente at Irene Floodgates Project in 2012 |
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MK Monley Awarded the Kathy O’Dell Community Service Award
by Revitalizing Waterbury
MK Monley, art teacher, activist, volunteer, organizer, and founding Board Member of Waterbury MakerSphere, was recently awarded Revitalizing Waterbury’s annual Kathy O’Dell Community Service Award. Current RW Board President Theresa Wood said the award was “long overdue” for Monley. “Her unflagging support of Waterbury over the years has been extraordinary,” Wood said, recalling the aftermath of tropical storm Irene. “Her leadership helped our community recover stronger than ever.” MK has continued to serve the community creatively in a multitude of ways, including the annual River of Light lantern parade and her continued work with MakerSphere. |
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New Upcoming Workshops in May! |
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Fly Tying with John Wolfe and Bill Whitehair
May 12, 19, 26, June 2nd 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (3 classes in-person with protocols at the Seminary Building & a casting lesson at Waterbury Stowe Fish & Game on 4th meeting) $75 inclusive | | |
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Have you ever thought about learning to tie trout flies and taking to the river with a fly rod? MakerSphere has a great introductory course this spring. Join Bill Whitehair and John Wolfe for three evenings of fly tying lessons followed by a fly fishing lesson in the Lower Pond at the Waterbury Stowe Fish and Game Club. There, you can learn to cast your own flies to Vermont’s favorite fish; the brook trout. We’ll start out tying the classic wooly bugger – a fly any fish in the world would eat. From there, we can explore styles based on the interests of the class. |
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Wood Carving a Shore Bird with Bob Lindemann May 16 & May 23rd 11:00 am - 1:00 pm $60 plus $45 refundable deposit for tools | | |
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IN PERSON SUMMER CAMPS FOR STUDENTS! |
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We’re excited to announce that in-person camps are a GO this summer! We will be outside, under a tent, and masked - but in person at our Seminary location on Hollow Road! Save these dates: |
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June 21 - 25 Camp 4th - 8th Grade 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Building a float for the NQID
Community Celebration Be an active part of one of Waterbury’s most well-loved and well-attended public events! Collaborate with others on designing and building a parade float to wow the crowd. With direction from counsellors in use of tools and paint, you’ll have fun with the process, and top it off with taking part in a fabulous event. |
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July 19 - 23 Camp Kindergarten - 2nd Grade 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Kids will get creative with a mix of studio art projects as well as participate in some fun outdoor activities. This camp will keep students engaged in art and fun with some awesome teachers lined up! |
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July 26 - 30 Camp 3rd - 5th Grade 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Kids will keep busy with a variety of studio art projects as well as enjoy some fun outdoor activities. Plenty of art and fun will keep students engaged throughout the day! |
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Check out the late April / early June virtual classes for school age students! Teachers and students are really enjoying our virtual learning arts programs and your child is invited to join the fun! |
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**NEW** For Adults &
High Schoolers Acrylic Painting with Artist Sarah-Lee Terratt Virtual Art Class
Tuesdays 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Begins May 11th and runs for 4 weeks Fee: $176. Additional family member/housemate: $108 Supplies included. Pick-up or delivery will be arranged with students. |
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Curious about acrylic? In this course you’ll learn a variety of great techniques. Brush it semi-transparent in layers for subtle effect, or spread it heavily and texture it with all kinds of tools. There are so many ways to use this incredibly versatile medium. Join us for an info-packed exploration, giving you the start you need to go ahead and paint on your own. |
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Virtual Art for 3rd - 5th Grades Wednesdays 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Beginning April 28th and runs for 6 weeks $230 including supplies. Pick-up or delivery will be arranged with you. Students may enroll until the end of next week with prorated fees. Click here to register. |
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With teacher Mame McKee, students will create with cardboard, paper mache’, paint, paper, tape, toothpicks and the contents of your recycling bin! We will construct all kinds of fabulous projects sure to challenge and satisfy the wonderful imaginations of this age group! There will be plenty of drawing & painting as well. |
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Virtual Art 6th - 8th Grade
Thursdays 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Beginning April 29th and runs for 6 weeks
$230 including supplies. Pick-up or delivery will be arranged with you. students may enroll until the end of next week with prorated fees. Click here to register. |
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With teacher Mame McKee, this age group will be drawing and painting non-stop to strengthen foundational work. Each student will be challenged to push beyond their comfort zones to learn new skills. We will work on individual compositions as we use the vast resources of the internet to explore art history, art styles and the impact of art at community level. |
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Clay Studio - Monthly Memberships Available (Adult Class) $100 for 4 weeks - Self-schedule and access with key code Our 4 X 4 open studio format is for clay workers to self-schedule 4-hour blocks of time, with a maximum capacity of 4 people in the studio using both rooms. We encourage you to schedule several blocks each week if your life allows it! Registrants will receive a new key code to the space, plus our simple protocols outlining individual responsibilities for opening and closing the studio. Members get access to a private scheduling calendar where potters will be able to see who is enrolled and when. Studio rental fee is $100 for 4 weeks and clay is $37 per bag. Register here. |
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Calling All Teaching Artists & Makers!
MakerSphere is seeking teachers for our virtual and in-person programs for children and adults. Want to try teaching for MakerSphere, but not sure how it works online? No worries! We have educational mentors to guide you through the new teaching formats in the time of Covid-19. Teaching and preparation time for each class is approximately 2 1/2 hours/week. We have day, evening and weekend opportunities as well as after school programs. Please send your resume/letter of interest to makerspherevt@gmail.com
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Our mission is dedicated to fostering creativity in our community by providing educational opportunities and workspace for all ages. We help people share their knowledge and build their creative skills in the arts, crafts and trades. |
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